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Point72 . Summary The Credit Analyst will report to a New York-based Portfolio Manager and will focus on fundamental bottom-up research to generate commercial trade ideas across the liquid High Yield and Leveraged Loan universe, with a primary focus on Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT). Job Description Conduct rigorous, fundamental bottom-up credit research to identify attractive long/short investment opportunities, including credit analysis, financial modeling, and documentation reviews. Analyze businesses and capital structures (Loans, Bonds, CDS) across High Yield and stressed names within credit markets, developing credit opinions in collaboration with the PM and team members. Synthesize market information and develop thematic trade ideas. Develop differentiated investment views from consensus, pushing for conviction or contrarian positions. Monitor existing positions, including news flow, fundamental developments, and supply dynamics. Engage with external relationships (sell-side research, syndicate, company management, ratings agencies) to develop issuer views. Qualifications 5+ years of experience in credit research on either the buy-side or sell-side. Exceptional skills in conducting fundamental credit research, including financial modeling and relative value analysis. Familiarity with various credit securities, including bonds and CDS. Comfort with uncertainty and ability to express conviction. Willingness to take risks and accept accountability for decisions. Self-motivated, team-oriented, and highly collaborative. Commitment to the highest ethical standards. About Point72: Point72 is a leading global alternative investment firm led by Steven A. Cohen. With over 30 years of investing experience, Point72 aims to deliver superior returns through fundamental and systematic strategies across asset classes and geographies. We prioritize attracting and retaining top talent by fostering an investor-led culture and supporting long-term growth. The annual base salary range for this role is $150,000-$200,000 (USD), excluding discretionary bonuses and benefits. Actual compensation may vary based on location, experience, education, and skills. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Finance and Sales
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Credit Analyst
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Point72 . Summary The Credit Analyst will report to a New York-based Portfolio Manager and will focus on fundamental bottom-up research to generate commercial trade ideas across the liquid High Yield and Leveraged Loan universe, with a primary focus on Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT). Job Description Conduct rigorous, fundamental bottom-up credit research to identify attractive long/short investment opportunities, including credit analysis, financial modeling, and documentation reviews. Analyze businesses and capital structures (Loans, Bonds, CDS) across High Yield and stressed names within credit markets, developing credit opinions in collaboration with the PM and team members. Synthesize market information and develop thematic trade ideas. Develop differentiated investment views from consensus, pushing for conviction or contrarian positions. Monitor existing positions, including news flow, fundamental developments, and supply dynamics. Engage with external relationships (sell-side research, syndicate, company management, ratings agencies) to develop issuer views. Qualifications 5+ years of experience in credit research on either the buy-side or sell-side. Exceptional skills in conducting fundamental credit research, including financial modeling and relative value analysis. Familiarity with various credit securities, including bonds and CDS. Comfort with uncertainty and ability to express conviction. Willingness to take risks and accept accountability for decisions. Self-motivated, team-oriented, and highly collaborative. Commitment to the highest ethical standards. About Point72: Point72 is a leading global alternative investment firm led by Steven A. Cohen. With over 30 years of investing experience, Point72 aims to deliver superior returns through fundamental and systematic strategies across asset classes and geographies. We prioritize attracting and retaining top talent by fostering an investor-led culture and supporting long-term growth. The annual base salary range for this role is $150,000-$200,000 (USD), excluding discretionary bonuses and benefits. Actual compensation may vary based on location, experience, education, and skills. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Finance and Sales
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